Carl Robinson, 49, has admitted to three counts of possessing offensive weapons in a private place as part of a major Metropolitan Police operation targeting a suspected organized crime group. The operation involved 800 officers executing searches at 24 properties across London, Essex, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and Suffolk on October 3, 2026.
The investigation is focused on the 'Hunt Syndicate,' linked to suspected gangster David Hunt, and includes inquiries into financial offenses such as tax evasion and money laundering, as well as a conspiracy to commit grievous bodily harm (GBH).
During a search of Robinson's five-bedroom country home, valued at over £1 million, officers discovered a blue bladed karambit knife and two flick knives. Robinson was charged with one count of possessing offensive weapons in a private place and appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on October 1, where he pleaded guilty. His case was adjourned until November 2 for a pre-sentence report.
Robinson has a prior conviction for similar offenses, having been found in possession of various weapons, including samurai swords and knuckle dusters, in April 2025. He received a 12-month rehabilitation order and fines totaling £4,085.
Three other individuals were charged with unrelated offenses following the recent raids. Andreas Nicolas, 64, was charged with possession of a revolver and an electricity-discharging weapon and was remanded in custody. Chartered accountant Charles Charalambous, 56, faces charges of wounding with intent to cause GBH related to an incident where a police officer was stabbed during the raids. His case is set for October 29. Bradley Byford, 37, was charged with possession of an electricity-discharging weapon, with his case adjourned until October 28.